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Ferrous Metal Recycling
- Ferrous metals refer to any metal that contains iron. They are favoured for their tensile strength and durability, so are often utilised in housing construction, large-scale piping and industrial containers.
- Ferrous metals generally have a high carbon content, which as a result, makes them vulnerable to rust when exposed to the elements. However, wrought iron – which is a ferrous metal – tends to resist rust due to the fact that it contains so much iron.
- Ferrous metals are heavier than their non-ferrous counterparts.
Ferrous Metal Examples & Uses
Some of the most commonly found examples of ferrous metal include steel, cast iron and wrought iron.
Steel
Renowned for its toughness and machinability, steel is widely used in the construction and manufacturing industries.
Cast Iron
Hard and resistant to wear, cast iron is perfect for use in a variety of applications from cookware to water pipes and machine tools.
Wrought Iron
Slightly different to most other ferrous metals, wrought iron resists corrosion and oxidation. It is frequently used for fencing and railing.